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S579 UEY

1998 Mazda MX-5

Bronze Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

98,220 mi
Last recorded98,220 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS579 UEY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 98,220 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 94,994 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 91,274 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 91,236 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 90,273 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 89,233 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 87,536 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 87,534 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2018 86,013 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 84,176 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 82,952 miles

both outer sills starting to corrode

Pass 26 Feb 2015 81,293 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 79,366 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 79,366 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 78,426 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 77,346 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 76,207 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 74,720 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 73,125 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008 72,452 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 72,452 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 70,709 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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S579 UEY is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Bronze with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1998 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 86,993 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S579 UEY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S579 UEY?

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What year was S579 UEY registered?

S579 UEY is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S579 UEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S579 UEY shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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